FromSoftware’s Elden Ring has been much awaited and talked about since its reveal during the 2019 Gamescom. It is the latest work of the software developer, famed for their “Souls” series of video games and it looks to have the same mix of atmosphere, lore, and brutally challenging gameplay that players have come to expect.
The game takes place in a newly created fantasy world, with a unique take on its creation mythos. At the centre of this myth is an incarnation of a near-almighty being known as the Lord of Cinder, and it is from this being’s blood that the titular Elden Ring is formed. According to the game’s setting, this powerful artifact is linked to the memories and knowledge of the past, present and future, and can be used to alter and even shape reality.
Like its predecessors, Elden Ring will focus on a combination of action-adventure, hack-and-slash, and RPG elements. Players will explore the extensive game world, in search of new secrets and ruins to uncover. Along the way they will fight powerful enemies with a variety of weapons and spells, while they unravel the mysteries and secrets of the game’s world.
With Elden Ring, FromSoftware is striving to create a game that is both new and familiar. The game has been likened to the studio’s previous works, such as Dark Souls and Bloodborne, in that it will share similarities in both story and gameplay. As such, this new game can be seen as a “brother” to the Souls-series, breathing new life and offering a unique experience.
Elden Ring is a highly anticipated game, and fans of the Souls-series are eagerly anticipating its release. With its unique setting, captivating story and challenging gameplay, the game is sure to be a hit with players. FromSoftware has created a worthy successor to the Souls-series, a game that is sure to live up to expectations, and become a classic for the ages.